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Speaking & Pronunciation Flashcards

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  1. In which part of the Speaking test does the examiner ask abstract, discussion-style questions?

    Answer: Part 3

    Part 3 involves a deeper, two-way discussion on themes linked to Part 2.

  2. What are 'fillers' such as 'um', 'er', and 'you know' an example of?

    Answer: Hesitation markers that can reduce fluency

    Overusing fillers signals hesitation and can lower the fluency score.

  3. Which is the best example of a discourse marker for adding contrast?

    Answer: On the other hand

    'On the other hand' signals a contrasting idea, aiding coherence.

  4. Intonation in English refers to which feature of speech?

    Answer: The rise and fall of the voice

    Intonation is the pattern of pitch changes across an utterance.

  5. If you make a small grammar mistake mid-sentence, what is usually the best approach?

    Answer: Correct it briefly once and keep speaking

    A quick single self-correction shows awareness without harming fluency.

  6. Which strategy best helps you speak for the full 2 minutes in Part 2?

    Answer: Use the cue card prompts to structure your answer

    The bullet points on the cue card guide a well-organised, full-length response.

  7. Pronouncing the 'th' sound as in 'think' requires placing the tongue where?

    Answer: Between or just behind the teeth

    The 'th' sound is dental, made with the tongue near the upper teeth.